“Protecting Your Right to Fly”

Dear Fellow Aviators, Aviation Professionals, Aviation Stakeholders and Aviation Enthusiasts,

The Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association of Namibia (AOPA Namibia) is a non-profit advocacy organisation dedicated to representing and protecting the interests of pilots, aircraft owners, and aviation stakeholders across Namibia. Our mission is to promote safe, sustainable, and accessible aviation while safeguarding the freedoms and rights of those who fly.

Unlike Approved Maintenance Organisations (AMOs), Air Operator Certificate (AOC) holders, Approved Training Organisations (ATOs), or recreational aviation bodies (AROs), AOPA Namibia is independent of government oversight or licensing. This independence allows us to engage constructively with the Namibia Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), the Namibian Airports Company (NAC), the Ministry of Works and Transport (MOWT) and other regulatory bodies without fear of retribution, advocating on behalf of our members on issues that matter most.

We face challenges: excessive regulation, rising fees, and the misunderstanding of general, commercial, and recreational aviation’s role in a thriving Namibian society. AOPA Namibia addresses these challenges through collective advocacy, informed dialogue, and dedicated work from our leadership and members. The strength of our organisation comes from its membership. The larger and more active our base, the stronger our voice when engaging regulators, shaping policy, and defending aviation freedoms.

Globally, AOPA is recognised for its effectiveness in supporting pilots and aviation communities, with over 420,000 members in the USA alone. While our AOPA affiliate is much smaller, the principles remain the same: strong membership, constructive engagement, and unwavering dedication to aviation safety and accessibility.

By joining AOPA Namibia, you help:

• Protect the rights of pilots and aircraft owners in Namibia;
• Advocate for practical, safe, and fit-for-purpose aviation regulations;
• Reduce unnecessary bureaucracy, costs, and operational barriers;
• Promote safe, affordable, and sustainable aviation; and
• Strengthen the collective voice of the aviation community.

AOPA NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT

If you are not yet a member, please visit our member application page to become an AOPA Namibia Member today. After completing the online registration, you can pay your membership fee via the EFT payment options shown.

Membership support enables us to continue protecting your right to fly and advocating for a stronger aviation sector in Namibia.

Thank you for your support to help protect and grow aviation in Namibia.

Fly safe,

Matt Totten Jr 
CEO
AOPA Namibia